'Little People, Big World' stars split

After 26 years together, Little People, Big World stars Matt and Amy Roloff have separated.

The couple, who have four children – twins Jeremy and Zack, 23, Molly, 20, and Jacob, 17 — said in a joint statement issued through TLC that they've had rocky times in the marriage and now it's time to take a break.

"Though we have weathered many storms together, we recently made the tough decision to engage in a trial separation."

The statement goes on to say that Matt is living on the family's Oregon farm in the guesthouse, "and we work together everyday on the farm, on our business endeavors and most importantly, raising our amazing children."

They say they appreciate "the unwavering support, understanding and prayers from our family, friends and many fans."

And we will be able to see it all unfold on a new one-hour special of Little People, Big World on March 25 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Titled "New Year, Big Changes," the special checks in with the Roloffs during the holiday season, when all of the kids have returned home to the farm to celebrate together, but must face the news.

Filmed in the final weeks of 2013, the episode follows the couple as they settle into their new arrangement. "Last year — it was long, long and tough," Matt says in a clip. "Amy and I had a lot of tension, so right around Thanksgiving, I thought I would move over to the bridal house for a little bit and we'll try that. Amy and I stuck it out for years when maybe we shouldn't have."

He adds, "I never quite felt at home in my own home so something needed to change," he added. "We needed to try something different." He says they needed to give each other some space.

"I think what Matt and I failed to do over many, many years is learned to live together," says Amy. "It's not my choice for him to leave. I am saddened by it. It's been 26 years. We don't have a plan as far as how we are going to work this out, so it's not going to be easy."